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Lysolecithin

Also known as Lysocithin, 1-Palmitoylphosphatidylcholine, 1-Palmitoyl-rac-glycero-3-phosphocholine

CAS 17364-18-0Formula C24H50NO7PMolar mass 495.64 g/molEC 241-396-7
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Lysolecithin chemical structure, C24H50NO7P, CAS 17364-18-0
2D chemical structure

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All properties
CAS number
17364-18-0
Formula
C24H50NO7P
Molar mass
495.64 g/mol
EC number
241-396-7
HS code
292390
Category
Emulsifiers

What is Lysolecithin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

PC(16:0/0:0)[rac] has been reported in Asparagus officinalis and Perna canaliculus.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(3-hexadecanoyloxy-2-hydroxypropyl) 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate
CAS number
17364-18-0Other or deprecated CAS: 14863-27-5
EC number
241-396-7
Molecular formula
C24H50NO7P
MDL number
MFCD00066563
INCI name
LYSOLECITHIN
InChIKey
ASWBNKHCZGQVJV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C24H50NO7P/c1-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-24(27)30-21-23(26)22-32-33(28,29)31-20-19-25(2,3)4/h23,26H,5-22H2,1-4H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OCC(COP(=O)([O-])OCC[N+](C)(C)C)O

Synonyms

  • Lysocithin
  • 1-Palmitoylphosphatidylcholine
  • 1-Palmitoyl-rac-glycero-3-phosphocholine
  • DL-gamma-Palmitoyl-alpha-lysolecithin
  • 1-Palmitoyl-Lysolecithin,Synthetic
  • (3-hexadecanoyloxy-2-hydroxypropyl) 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate
  • Palmitoyllysolectithin
  • LPC 16:0
  • 1-Palmitoyllysolecithin
  • We 201
  • 2-Hydroxy-3-(palmitoyloxy)propyl (2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl) phosphate
  • LPC(16:0)
  • L-gamma-Palmitoyl-alpha-lysolecithin
  • Palmitoyl lysophosphatidyl choline
  • alpha-(beta-Palmitoyl)-lysolecithin
  • alpha-lysolecithin
  • p-Lyso-pc
  • 3,5,9-Trioxa-4-phosphapentacosan-1-aminium, 4,7-dihydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-10-oxo-, inner salt, 4-oxide
  • PC(16:0/0:0)[rac]
  • DL--Palmitoyl--lysolecithin
  • 4,7-Dihydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-10-oxo-3,5,9-trioxa-4-phosphapentacosan-1-aminium inner salt, 4-oxide
  • DL-?-Palmitoyl-?-lysolecithin
  • PC 16:0/0:0[rac]
  • (1)-(7-Hydroxy-4-oxido-10-oxo-3,5,9-trioxa-4-phosphapentacosyl)trimethylammonium 4-oxide
  • Choline, hydroxide, dihydrogen phosphate, inner salt, 3-ester with 1-monopalmitin
Show all 33 synonyms
  • 4,7-Dihydroxy-N,N,N-trimethyl-10-oxo-3,5,9-trioxa-4-phosphapentacosan-1-aminium, hydroxide, inner salt, 4-oxide
  • (Rac)-1-Palmitoyl-glycero-3-phosphocholine
  • 3-Palmitoyl-rac-glycerol-1-phosphorylcholine
  • PALMITOYLDL-alpha-LYSOPHOSPHATIDYLCHOLINE
  • Choline, phosphate, 3-ester with 1-monopalmitin
  • (3-hexadecanoyloxy-2-hydroxy-propyl) 2-(trimethylammonio)ethyl phosphate
  • 3-(Hexadecanoyloxy)-2-hydroxypropyl 2-(trimethylazaniumyl)ethyl phosphate
  • 3-Palmitoyl-rac-glycerol-1-phosphorylcholine, LPC(16:0), LPC(16:0)

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
495.64 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
495.3325 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
4.58calc.
Topological polar surface area
105.1 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
7calc.
Rotatable bonds
23calc.
Heavy atoms
33calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.96calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
2calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Cosmetic ingredient, INCI name LYSOLECITHIN(surfactant - emulsifying)

Cosmetic functions

  • Surfactant - emulsifying

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • EU cosmetic ingredient inventory

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Lysolecithin is traded under.

HS 2923.90Indicative HS code

Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides whether or not chemically defined not elsewhere classified…

World exports in 2024
$1.07B
+14.4% vs 2023, imports $1.16B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China36.7%
  2. United States14.2%
  3. Netherlands9.4%
Top importers
  1. South Korea10.7%
  2. Germany10.1%
  3. United States9.9%
Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Lysolecithin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Lysolecithin, based on the data on this page

What is Lysolecithin?

PC(16:0/0:0)[rac] has been reported in Asparagus officinalis and Perna canaliculus.

What is the CAS number of Lysolecithin?

The CAS registry number of Lysolecithin is 17364-18-0. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 14863-27-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Lysolecithin?

The molecular formula of Lysolecithin is C24H50NO7P and its molar mass is 495.64 g/mol.

What is Lysolecithin used for?

Use classes: Cosmetics.

Is Lysolecithin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Lysolecithin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Lysolecithin?

Lysolecithin is usually classified under HS code 292390 (Quaternary ammonium salts and hydroxides, lecithins and other phosphoaminolipids…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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